Yamaha Grizzly EPS specifications, dimensions and price
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Yamaha Grizzly EPS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2027 |
| Class | Utility |
| Engine | 686cc liquid-cooled SOHC 4-stroke |
| Displacement | 686cc |
| Bore x stroke | 102.0x84.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel system | Yamaha Fuel Injection (YFI), 44mm |
| Transmission | Ultramatic V-belt with all-wheel engine braking, H/L/N/R/P |
| Drive system | On-Command 3-way locking differential: 2WD, 4WD, locked 4WD; shaft |
| Front suspension | Independent double wishbone, 5-way preload adjustment |
| Front suspension travel | 7.6 in |
| Rear suspension | Independent double wishbone with anti-sway bar, 5-way preload adjustment |
| Rear suspension travel | 9.1 in |
| Front brake | Dual hydraulic disc |
| Front tire | AT26x8-12 Maxxis MU05Y |
| Rear tire | AT26x10-12 Maxxis MU06Y |
| Seat height | 36.1 in |
| Curb weight (wet) | 701 lb |
| Wheelbase | 49.2 in |
| Ground clearance | 11.3 in |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 gal |
| Towing capacity | 1,300 lb |
| Starting MSRP | $10,599 |
| Destination charge | $700 |
ATV On Demand says light weight enhanced by mass centralization, excellent power steering, capable suspension and a compact wheelbase make the Grizzly 700 "one of the best handling full size 4×4 ATVs on the market". The report says the 2025 EPS system is all-new with more power for speed-sensitive steering assist, and describes dual A-arm suspension at both ends with five-way preload-adjustable gas-charged shocks.
It puts the curb weight at 701 lb, giving a good power-to-weight ratio for the big-bore single segment, and says low-end power is strong and smooth for casual rides or low-speed work.
Yamaha lists a 1,300 lb towing capacity, 11.3 in of ground clearance and a 36.1 in seat. That is a tall machine, which helps in rough ground and in wading. But a shorter rider will feel it.
Overheating is the owner complaint to check. Look at the radiator and fan. Check the coolant level and hoses.
Test the power steering at low speed. Inspect the shocks and A-arm bushings. Ask if the ATV was used for plowing.
Test the four-wheel-drive engagement. A well-kept Grizzly is a long-lived machine.
Include the price and installed weight of any optional winch, plow mount or cargo box in the purchase and loading comparison.
Grizzly EPS against the Kodiak 700 and Rubicon 700
Yamaha's Kodiak 700 is the mechanically similar cheaper sibling, and Honda's Rubicon 700 matches it on weight.
The Grizzly EPS is Yamaha's flagship utility ATV, and ATV On Demand calls it one of the best-handling full-size 4x4 ATVs on the market. Owners report a few overheating and suspension issues, and Yamaha asks $10,599.
Wild Ride ATV says the four-stroke single is reliable and efficient, but that a few owners report suspension issues and some report overheating, and it advises a technician to look at electrical problems.
Yamaha lists a 1,300 lb towing capacity, 11.3 in of ground clearance and a 36.1 in seat. That is a tall machine, which helps in rough ground and in wading. But a shorter rider will feel it. The 4.8 gal tank gives the range for a full day of work.
The Grizzly costs $1,100 more than the mechanically similar Kodiak 700 EPS ($10,599 against $9,499), which is the price of the extra ground clearance and towing rating.
Budget for a winch, a plow mount or a cargo box and the total climbs quickly, since a working Grizzly is usually bought with accessories. Insurance and registration rules for ATVs vary by state, so check them before the purchase, and budget for a helmet, gloves, eye protection and boots as well.
The $1,100 that separates it from the Kodiak 700 EPS is a fair sum to spend only if you need the extra towing rating and ground clearance.
The Grizzly EPS suits a working owner who wants a big, tall, capable four-wheel-drive ATV with good steering and does not mind the price.
ATV On Demand calls it one of the best-handling full-size 4x4 ATVs, thanks to light weight, mass centralization and excellent power steering.
Wild Ride ATV says a few owners report suspension issues and some report overheating, and it recommends professional diagnosis of electrical problems.
Yamaha lists 1,300 lb, with 11.3 in of ground clearance on a machine that ATV On Demand puts at a 701 lb curb weight.
Other models in this reference: Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS, Yamaha Grizzly 110.